22nd July 2020

Dromona ‘dairy’ best at Virtual Cheese Awards

Dromona Mature Cheddar has once again been recognised for its best in class quality, picking up Best Cheddar Cheese at the inaugural Virtual Cheese Awards. Founded during the Covid-19 pandemic, the Virtual Cheese Awards celebrate the best of UK cheese and its producers. The online event on 18 July saw a full day of virtual […]

6th May 2020

Dale Farm providing community support

Dairy cooperative Dale Farm has increased its efforts to support those in need during the COVID-19 pandemic. The company has partnered with food redistribution charity FareShare Northern Ireland, providing it with milk and butter on a weekly basis which is then distributed through community food banks and charities across Northern Ireland. FareShare Northern Ireland is […]

24th April 2020

Dale Farm appoints new Chairman and Vice Chairman

Dairy cooperative Dale Farm has appointed Fred Allen as Chairman, following the recent retirement of John Dunlop, who served in the role for ten years. The cooperative has also announced the appointment of David Rea as Vice Chairman. Fred Allen, Chairman, Dale Farm Taking up the position of Chairman, Fred Allen has been Vice Chairman […]

19th March 2020

Big boost for local sports as Dale Farm Protein Milk announces widespread sponsorship investment

Leading dairy company Dale Farm today announced its plans to fund four iconic sporting bodies and player development programmes in a bid to create a meaningful legacy across grassroots sports in Northern Ireland. Ulster GAA, Irish Football Association, Queen’s Sport and Athletics NI will benefit from financial support and an official supply of Dale Farm […]

Dale Farm members recognised as outstanding in their field

The quality of dairy farming within the Dale Farm cooperative was highlighted at the recent Ulster Grassland Society Conference, with three of the four awards going to Dale Farm members. Winner of the overall Grassland Farmer of the Year award was Harold Johnston, who farms alongside his sons Jack and Mark in Ahoghill in County […]